The Rejected Pre-Med Podcast: For Anyone Who’s Faced Rejection

No matter what stage of life you’re in, chances are you’ve experienced Imposter Syndrome. It often shows up as negative self-talk that leads us to reject ourselves—sometimes so subtly we don’t even notice. Tune into my conversation with Dr. Rebecca Malhi, where she shares her story of rejection (being laid off from the oil and gas sector) and how it ultimately redirected her toward a career as a s...

Have you ever felt like the "good one," the "pretty one," or the "smart, put-together one"? You may be even admired on the outside, but quietly crumbling under pressure on the inside? In this solo episode, Valeria returns with an honest update to explore the hidden cost of being placed on a pedestal—by others and by yourself. She opens up about growing up under the "overachiever" label, and how ch...

In this powerful episode, Valeria sits down with multidisciplinary artist, author, and businessman Karan Wadhwani to talk about how rejection often starts from within —and how embracing intuition, creativity, and spiritual practice can lead to a more fulfilling and resilient life. In This Episode, We Explore: Why “others can only reject you when you reject yourself” The difference between fear and...

Discover the meaning of resilience with Dr. Michael Ungar , Canada Research Chair at Dalhousie University and the world’s leading social work scholar. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Ungar unpacks the science of adaptation, the power of community support, and how moments of rejection can spark profound transformation in your life. 🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn: 🌱 Why resilience is not a fi...

What IF rejection could be the spark for your greatest personal growth? In this inspiring episode, Dave Robens, MOT & Coach, shares his raw story of facing rejection from Occupational Therapy school—despite better grades and a stronger application—and how he transformed that setback into a powerful redirection. Learn how Dave used the energy of rejection to silence his inner critic, embrace th...

Feeling rejected or doubting your worth? In this powerful episode, we chat with Arianna Ramsay, Miss Teenage Canada 2024, as she opens up about overcoming self-doubt and building resilience. From her early steps into the pageant world to becoming an advocate for body positivity and anti-bullying, Arianna shares how rejection became her stepping stone toward success and purpose. As a trailblazer an...

What do you do when the path you thought was meant for you suddenly shifts? In Episode 8 of The Rejected Pre-Med Podcast , Gurmol Sohi, a former pre-med student turned data scientist, opens up about his unexpected journey after choosing not to pursue medical school. He shares how rejection led him to discover a new, fulfilling career in data science and the lessons he learned along the way. In thi...

Feeling overwhelmed by rejection and life’s challenges? In this personal and unscripted episode of The Rejected Pre-Med Podcast , I share my own journey through a tough time in my life, where I’m processing rejection, feelings of uncertainty, and personal struggles. This episode is unplanned, and completely improvised—but I hope it resonates with you. I talk about the importance of embracing rejec...

Struggling with rejection and questioning your future in medicine? In this episode of The Rejected Pre-Med Podcast , I chat with Sachi, a former pre-med student who found an unexpected yet fulfilling path after not being accepted into medical school. Sachi's journey led her to the prestigious University of Oxford, where she pursued a Master’s in Translational Health Sciences and created a newslett...

Ever felt like rejection hits harder than it should? In this episode, I chat with connection coach and TEDx speaker Richard Lee-Thai about rejection sensitivity and rejection dysphoria—how these emotional responses affect our resilience and growth. Richard shares his experience with rejection, we dive deep into understanding rejection sensitivity, and explore Jia Jiang’s intriguing experiment wher...

Struggling to bounce back after rejection? In the episode, I dive into how I've built resilience after facing rejection and share practical tips to help you navigate challenges with confidence. Drawing on my experiences and research backed insights from experts like Dr. Kristin Neff, Brene Brown, and Gretchen Rubin, I explore how resilience involves becoming comfortable with uncertainty, mastering...

Ever wondered how persistence and resilience can help you get into medical school after multiple rejections? In this episode, I interview Dr. Alain Gauthier, a doctor who applied to medical school seven times before he finally got in. He shares his inspiring story and offers valuable advice on overcoming rejection, staying hopeful, and pushing forward no matter the obstacles. You’ll hear about his...

Feeling stuck after rejection? Wondering how to find happiness again? In this episode, I share practical resources and personal advice on staying happy and navigating life after feeling rejected. Drawing from both research and experience, I’ll guide you through steps to rediscover joy, even after setbacks. If this episode resonates with you, please consider supporting the podcast by visiting buyme...

Rejected from Med School? My Story & Why I Started this Podcast Rejection hurts—especially when it’s your dream on the line. In this episode, I open up about my experience being rejected from medical school and writing the MCAT three times. I also share why I started this podcast and how I hope it can be a source of support for anyone struggling with setbacks and figuring out their next steps....